LeBell was a martial artist, referee, judo champion and stuntman. (Photo: Brian To via Getty Images) He was known by many as the “Godfather of Grappling,” and influenced fighters around the world.

Gene Lebell, who had an acting and stunt career that stretched from The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet to 24 and who the WWE called today “a towering figure in the world of martial arts,” has died.

Hollywood stuntman and martial artist Gene LeBell has died. He was 89. Professional wrestler Bas Rutten announced LeBell’s death via Facebook, writing, “You will be greatly missed Gene, I love you my ...

Gene LeBell, a stuntman and actor who also co-promoted professional wrestling matches in Los Angeles for two decades, died Tuesday. He was 89. LeBell died in his sleep Tuesday at his home in Sherman ...

Gene LeBell has died. A legend among martial artists and Hollywood stunt performers, LeBell reportedly worked on as many as 1,000 productions across his long career in stunts, bringing to bear skills ...

He was known by many as the “Godfather of Grappling,” and influenced fighters around the world. LeBell was 89 years old. “It is with a heavy heart that we recognize our past member and friend, Mr.